Preview Performance

Enter the world of RONiN, where dance, swordplay, and cutting-edge digital projections come together to tell the story of a lone female swordfighter navigating honour, resilience, and survival in a male dominated world.

Inspired by the legacy of Japan's ronin—masterless samurai who lived by their own code—this performance follows the journey of a fearless woman swordfighter who faces off against powerful adversaries, challenging both herself and those who stand in her path. Through a captivating blend of movement and technology, RONiN takes audiences on a journey through Japan’s four seasons, each reflecting a new chapter of our heroine’s path. The projections transform the stage, from spring's cherry blossoms to winter's silent snowfall, creating an anime-inspired realm that merges ancient traditions with modern visual storytelling.

Award-winning choreographer Yukiko Masui crafts RONiN’s intense physicality, combining contemporary dance with martial precision to embody the fierce spirit of a warrior. Digital artist Barret Hodgson enhances each scene with dynamic projection mapping, immersing audiences in a vivid, animated world that magnifies the intensity of every movement and duel, creating a stunning intersection of tradition, technology, and timeless themes.

This preview performance offers an early glimpse into RONiN. Join us as choreographer Yukiko Masui brings their latest creation to life ahead its official premiere at Dance East.